Separating or Removing (Away): English Vocabulary List

to throw an object out intentionally

"Cast away the old boat."

"He decided to cast away the old, broken furniture rather than try to repair it."

to discard things that are no longer useful

"Chuck away those old papers."

"Do not chuck away those old magazines because I want to look through them for some recipes that I need."

to remove items or obstacles, often to create a clear or open space

"Clear away the dirty plates."

"The waiter began to clear away the dirty plates after the guests had finished their main course."

to make something disappear instantly as if by magic

"The magician magicked away the rabbit."

"The magician seemed to magic away the coin from his hand and then pull it out of the child's ear."

to forcefully rip something or remove it from its place

"Tear away the poster."

"She had to tear away the old wallpaper before she could begin painting the room."

to get rid of what is not needed or wanted anymore

"He throws away the empty bottles."

"Do not throw away that old chair because I can repair it and make it look like new again."

to get rid of a mark or substance by using a cloth or hand

"Wipe away your tears now."

"She wiped away the tears from her eyes and tried to smile even though she was still very sad inside."

to remove something completely

"Strip away the unnecessary layers."

"The new law would strip away many of the protections currently enjoyed by workers and make it easier for companies to fire them."

to remove or clear something by using a strong burst of air or wind

"Blow away the leaves."

"The strong gust of wind from the hurricane managed to blow away all the loose debris."

to put something in a container or storage after using it, especially to keep it safe or for future use

"Pack away your toys."

"After the children finished playing, they were instructed to pack away all their toys neatly."

to place something where it should be after using it

"Put away your toys now."

"The child was asked to put away his toys in the box before dinner was served."